Principles of Persuasionby John BoeAccording to Harvey MacKay, author of the book Swim With the Sharks, "The No. 1 skill most lacking in business today is public speaking - the ability to present oneself." If you want to stand out from the crowd, get promoted or develop an award winning sales team you need to polish your communication and persuasion skills.

Six Keys to Making an Effective Presentationby Bill RosenthalLee Iacocca expressed it well: “You can have brilliant ideas, but if you can’t get them across, your ideas won’t get you anywhere.” Communispond offers some tips to help you get your ideas across. They will serve you well in any communication situation, whether it is a team meeting, a plan you want to propose to the management committee or a speech at an industry conference.

Steve Jobs: 7 Lessons from a Marketing Geniusby Carmine GalloApple CEO Steve Jobs is considered one of the greatest marketers in corporate history. For more than three decades, he has delivered legendary keynote presentations, raised product launches to an art form and successfully communicated the benefits of Apple products to millions of customers. Whether you're in sales, marketing, advertising or public relations, Steve Jobs has something to teach you about telling your brand story.

Then and Now: Public Speaking in the Media Ageby Saskia ShakinWhat was once reserved for the talented few has become commonplace. From homemakers to lawmakers, from leaders to leading ladies, from talking heads to corporate heads, all must face an audience at some point in their lives. And most dread this prospect. I used to be among the ranks of those who would rather dig ditches than get up in front of an audience. You may be wondering what changed in my life to make this fear vanish.

We Always Teach What We Need to Learnby Saskia ShakinLet me be frank: I have mixed feelings about getting up in public to speak before large groups. This should come as no surprise since the fear of public speaking tops almost everyone’s list—surpassing death itself! I am glad to say that although I may still feel butterflies at the prospect of standing before a large group, I have taught those butterflies to fly in formation.

Leadership: The Power of Extemporaneous Speakingby Gene Griessman, Ph.D.Abraham Lincoln wrote: "Extemporaneous speaking should be practiced and cultivated; it is the lawyer's avenue to the public. However able and faithful he may be in other respects, people are slow to bring him business, if he cannot make a speech."

How Important Are Your Nonverbal Signals?by Ed BarksIt is a commonly cited statistic—55 percent of the communications signals we send result from how others see us, 38 percent flow from the way they hear us, and seven percent come from our words. Yet these figures must be placed in context. The most adroit hand gesture in the world will not save you if your message is weak or nonexistent.

The Three Keys to Great Presentationsby Ed BarksIf you are afraid to take the public speaking plunge, the sad fact is you have lots of company. The good news is there is a common sense tool you can use right now to help you stop that quiver in your voice and knocking in your knees. It is called The Three Keys to Great Presentations™, a straightforward method that charts a course toward a sharper communications edge.

Authenticity - A Fast Way to Connectby Vince PoscenteWhen it's your turn to speak to one person or a room full of people stand back from trying to be perfect and decide to be you. Knock your script down to key touch points and trust that you authentic self is more than enough.
Be authentic. It's the fastest way to connect and it works every time.

The Eight P’s of Persuasive Presentationsby Rosemary ReinThere are two major job responsibilities of a CEO. One is Chief Strategist. The other is Chief Story Teller. Just look at Apple’s Steve Jobs, who excels at both. Considering that many people would rather die than speak in public, including CEO’s, comes this concise article detailing the 8P’s of Persuasive Presentations. Never be Boring Again!

Vocal Pace and Tone Can Make or Break Your Presentation!by Paula LyonsGiving a “wow” presentation is about so much more than doing your research, analyzing your audience and selecting the cool facts, statistics, examples, and anecdotes that will be most compelling and interesting. In fact, how you SAY all of those things matters just as much, if not more! The way you use the many aspects of your voice often determines how well you capture and hold the audience’s attention.

How
to Use Presentation Slides to Best Effectby Philip YaffeHow often have you attended a presentation where great attention apparently
went into designing the slides - and apparently none into how they were used?
Or the speaker played with the slides as if to entertain rather than edify? By recognizing and
applying just three fundamental principles of slide presentations, you can
make "death by PowerPoint" completely disappear.

Why
Visual Aids Need to Be Less Visualby Philip YaffeToo often speakers fail to recognize that slides are an integral part of the
presentation, not an add-on. Likewise, they fail to recognize that the principles
and practices that underpin the oral component of the presentation are essentially
the same as those that should underpin the visual component.

Polishing
Your Presentation Skillsby Estienne
de BeerSuccess in delivery of effective presentations can open a whole world of
opportunities for your career. It can help you conquer new frontiers. It
can broaden your horizons through personal development, influence, and advances
in your profession.

Seven
Habits of Highly Effective Presentersby Rebecca HartJerry Seinfeld said that at a funeral, most people would rather be in the
coffin than giving the eulogy. Are you one of those people? If so, here
are seven tips to overcome your fears and excel in your next public speaking
opportunity.

The
End is the Beginningby Stephen D.
BoydPeople remember best what you say last. So in one sense,
the end of your presentation is the beginning for the audience.

The
Presentation After the Presentationby Stephen D.
Boyd, Ph.D.The presentation after the presentation is the question
and answer period. This article stresses how to use the question and answer
period for best results.

Seven
Insights into the HEART of Public Speakingby Raju MandhyanHere are seven insights that I have drawn from my book, The Heart of Public Speaking. They may not be worded in the book as
they appear below but they are insights that the book makes an effort at making
a part of your being.

Keep
Your Audience Engaged or Lose Themby Ty and Pat
BoydA key way to demonstrate who you are, and what your
company values, is through presentations. Use these techniques, gleaned from
our own experiences and those of other CEOs, to keep the audience with you
every time.

Your
Voice: The Punch Behind Your Personalityby Raju MandhyanIf the eyes are the windows to your soul then your voice
is the music that bursts from your soul. Constantly work at improving vocalization
and adding rhythm and timing to the way you speak.

A
Short Guide to Effective Public Speakingby Stephen D.
Boyd, Ph.D.From my experiences in delivering over 1500 speeches
during the past 20 years, here is a quick guide to giving an effective and
interesting presentation your very first time.

Incorporate
Humor in Your Next Speechby Stephen D.
Boyd, Ph.D.Appropriate humor relaxes an audience and makes it feel
more comfortable with you as the speaker; humor can bring attention to the
point you are making; and humor will help the audience better remember your
point. It can break down barriers so that the audience is more receptive to
your ideas.

Seven
Secrets to Psych Yourself Out of Pre-Presentation Jittersby
Dianna BooherStage fright often begins long before a performer takes
the stage. The condition sets in the moment we accept an invitation to make
a presentation. The following hints may help you deal with that sense of discomfort
until it dissolves into confidence.

Presenting
Your Proposal Persuasivelyby
Janet MacalusoYou've dedicated many long hours to your project. Now
it's show-time - the meeting where you present it to your boss, clients or
colleagues. To get the sponsorship your project deserves, take a "Persuasion
Audit."

How
to Introduce a Speakerby
Mitchell Friedman, APRWhether
you are the emcee of a public event or overseeing a company sales meeting,
you will be expected to skillfully introduce individuals who are scheduled
to speak.

Perfect
Delaysby
Judy JernuddPerfect delays can stop you from being successful in your career and perhaps,
even in your personal life. Don't delay; start implementing your presentation
and communication skills today. Striving for perfection is not the goal, connecting
with people is what makes a winning communicator.

Delivering
"Home Run" Presentationsby
Paul B. ThorntonWhat
does it take to deliver a great presentation -- preparation, practice and
passion. It takes dedication and hard work. The best speakers do their homework
and use many of these 10 techniques.

What
to Say in Q-and-Aby Dianna BooherPrepare for the Q-and-A - it's often the difference between a memorable presentation
and just another boring talk that put its listeners to sleep.

What
To Do When a News Reporter Callsby Marti Smiley
Childs and Jeff MarchShould you comment? If so, what should you say? About what should you be cautious?
Important tips from the EditPros.

Don't
Read That Speech!by
Gayle BrickmanOrganize to develop a more natural delivery - the five steps to overcome speech
reading.